We are full into September which means, for many, we are full into the transition to fall. I lament the passing of summer because it signified freedom, rebirth, life, happiness, and rediscovery. The warm sun against my face, the humidity creating a dewy complexion, the stifling breeze to offer little if any reprieve, and the bright moon on any given night to provide a perfect backdrop to any evening activity.
It is now time to put that all behind in my photos, FaceBook updates, underbed cedar chests, and mental notes and memories. I typically do all of this across a period of several weeks with the end result being the start of something wonderful – fall!!
But before I complete the transformation, I reflect on the summer and create a final list that lives with my prized summer possessions. This list consists of (1) my favorite items from the summer, (2) my least used items, (3) the best handbag, (4) the most used pair of shoes, (5) the biggest item never obtained, and (6) the top items I think I’ll want next year.
Without fail, this list has value for any serious fashionista: it highlights what was haute last summer, provides your “predictions” for the next year, reminds you of what you love and dislike, and provides fertile ground for being even more stylish next summer.
The end of summer is sad, bu the start of fall is fabulous!
Welcome autumn!!
